🌱 Vacant Building Demolished Post Fire + SLCPD Search For Suspect

Hello, everybody. It's Tuesday in Salt Lake City and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community today.

But first, today's weather:

A thunderstorm around. High: 85 Low: 67.

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Here are the top three stories in Salt Lake City today:

1. A vacant building in downtown Salt Lake caught fire late Friday and then reignited on Saturday, fire crews combated the flames trying to limit the damage and smoke throughout the city. Although nearby residents were evacuated during the initial incident on Friday, as of Monday all units except for six were able to return to their homes safely. Thankfully no one was injured during this incident. The building is set to be demolished. (FOX 13 News Utah)
2. Salt Lake City police currently have made no arrest involving an overnight shooting that occurred early Monday morning. Officers received a call regarding a person with a weapon near 300 South Main Street right before 12:45 a.m. When officers arrived at the scene they found one person suffering from a non-critical injury due to a gunshot. The suspect was last seen getting into a car and fleeing the scene, the suspect has still not been found. (KSL.com)
3. Over the weekend, between 40,000 and 50,000, spectators made their way into the streets of Salt Lake City to take place in the Utah Pride Festival's parade. The overwhelming number of spectators and participants in the parade gave a sense of unity, togetherness, and happiness that the city needed. (KSL.com)

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Today in Salt Lake City:

Tuesday, June 6

• Seven Creeks: Walk Series At Three Creeks Confluence (9:00 AM)
• PROF: The Workhorse Tour At Metro Music Hall (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• If you are looking for your next summer move, the Utah Symphony is taking part in Summer Palooza this weekend at Thanksgiving Point's Electric Park. There are a ton of fun activities for everyone to enjoy, including hands-on music learning. You can use the special code provided at the link to purchase tickets here. (Utah Symphony via Facebook)
• Local young poets and master wordsmiths are invited by the Salt Lake City Public Library to enter the Third Annual Teen Poetry Contest. The submission period is open now through Jul. 15 and winners will receive a cash prize, plus the opportunity to read their work at a live event on Jul. 29. (Salt Lake City Public Library via Facebook)
• Stop by the National History Museum of Utah on Jun. 17 to see Terry Goedel and his family put on an engaging and dynamic Hoop Dance performance showcasing Native American culture. Admission to this event is completely free. (Utah Arts & Museums via Instagram)

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That's it for today! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.